1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 145 | MC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
