1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 595 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |