1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 4 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | 112 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
