1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 225 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon 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 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |