1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1984 Ford Granada 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1984 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Ford Granada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Granada |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |