1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 714 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 145 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2695 mm |
