1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 300 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |