1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Dion 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
