1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
