1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 365 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 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |