1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 145 | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |