1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
