1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
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 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 145 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
