1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 55 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 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 | 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
