1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 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 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
