1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
