2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
