2010 Nissan NP300 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan NP300 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NP300 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
