1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 679 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 145 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |