1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 170 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 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 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
