1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1027 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2004 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 145 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
