1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 793 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 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 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2815 mm |
