1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 5 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
