1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon 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 26 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Neon 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 | 1995 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 145 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
