1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z 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 65 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
