1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 625 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 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
