1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
