1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 83 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Skyline (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
