1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 15 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 450 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 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 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 128 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |