1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
