1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
