1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Fiat Panda
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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda 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) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
