1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
