1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 800 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 145 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2804 mm |
