1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 11 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 145 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |