1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 145 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2675 mm |
