1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 240 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max 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 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2648 mm |
