1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 745 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
