1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 275 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
