1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
