1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 227 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
