1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Renault Express
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 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
