1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 179 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 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |