1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Talbot Horizon 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 45 more horse power than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Talbot Horizon. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 145 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
