1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 460 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 145 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
