1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cherry | 146 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
