2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
