2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
