2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 28 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 740 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
