1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri 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 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
