2002 Nissan Almera vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Almera | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Almera | 146 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
