1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Volvo 480
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 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 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 | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
