1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Opti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
