1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 125 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX 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 | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 145 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |