1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 479 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 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
