1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 145 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
