1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 290 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, 2004 Opel Astra (241 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra 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 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
