1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo 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 | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
