1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
