1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 482 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
