1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulietta | 145 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
