1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1952 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1952 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |