1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
