1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 | 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | GTA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
