1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 425 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
