2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |
