1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto 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 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
