1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1971 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 | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
