1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
