1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 194 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 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 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
