1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 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 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
