1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
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 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 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 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
