1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 100 NX | 159 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
