1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Nissan SUT were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 1999 Nissan SUT has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan SUT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | SUT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
