1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 272 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 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
