1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Ford Fiesta
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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
