1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 7 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 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
