1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 145 | 912 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |