1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
