1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | 145 | Duster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |