1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 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 235 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 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 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
