1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1994 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 145 | Spirit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |