1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 584 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M 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 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 145 | M |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |