1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. Both 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV are equipped with a 1,970 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 | 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | GTV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
