2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan NP300 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NP300 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
