1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
