1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 689 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest 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 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
