1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
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 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 145 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
