1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 245 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 145 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
