1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
