1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 192 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2324 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
