1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 AMC Matador
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 657 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador 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 | 1974 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 145 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
