1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cedric | 166 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
