2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
