1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 899 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 145 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
