1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cherry | 159 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |