1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2748 mm |
