2010 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Qashqai | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Qashqai | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
