1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 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 485 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 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 | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | 145 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
