1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 135 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
