1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 13 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |