2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
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 Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,750 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
