1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 678 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 145 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |