2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1975 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1975 Nissan 260 ZX 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 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1975 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
