1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 914 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
