1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 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 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
