1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,423 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
