1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
