1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
