1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 306 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
