1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
