1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cherry | 155 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
