1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 25 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion 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 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
