1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 47 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 145 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |