1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
