1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
