1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Fiat 125
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 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 | 1971 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
