1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
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 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 365 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 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 145 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
