1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo 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 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
