1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 185 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 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
| Model | 145 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
