1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam 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 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
