1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | 145 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
