1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 14 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 465 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
