1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 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 | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
