1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Lada 2107. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
