1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 365 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 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 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
