2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
