1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Ford Capri
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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
