1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
