1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 13 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 145 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |
