1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 145 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
