1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 145 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |