1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 145 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |