1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 145 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |