1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 316 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 145 | C30 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |