1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 15 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 296 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2629 mm |
