1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego 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 60 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego 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 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 145 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
