1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
