1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
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 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 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 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 145 | 912 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |