1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. Both 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1986 Ford Meteor are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
