1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 5 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | U4 B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
