1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 | 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | 1750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
