1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 7 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 101 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Nubira 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 | 2003 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | 145 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
