1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 206 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
