1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 117 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
