1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause 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 145 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause 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 | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
