1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |