1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 1007 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 215 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, 2008 Peugeot 1007 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 1007 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 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
