1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 145 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |