1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 18 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
