1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Samsung SM3 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 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
| Model | 145 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
