1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
