1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 914 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 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 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 145 | 914 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |