1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 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. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 560 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 145 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
