1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Moretti 127
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 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Moretti 127 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 55 more horse power than 1972 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1972 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Moretti 127. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1972 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Moretti |
| Model | 145 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
