1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
