1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Lada 2104
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 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
