1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Pickup | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
