1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 430 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper 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 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 145 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
