1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 145 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
