1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
