2012 Nissan Cube vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Cube | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cube | 156 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4001 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
