1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 364 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
