2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 147 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
