1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 410 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 145 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
