1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
