1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 439 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2911 mm |