1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 135 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
