1985 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1985 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 145 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
