1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
