1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sunny | 146 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |