1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
