1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
