1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke 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 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 146 | Juke |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |