1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Lupo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
