1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
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 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 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 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | 145 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
