1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban 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 | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 145 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
