1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 890 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
