2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
