1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 2 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma 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 85 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma 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 | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zagato |
| Model | 145 | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
