1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 13 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 195 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3460 mm |
