1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Saab 900 weights approximately 167 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, 1992 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Saab 900 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 | 1992 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 145 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
