1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 135 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 145 | Victor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |