1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 93 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 145 | Quest |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |