1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
