1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 212 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 145 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
