1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 275 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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
