1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 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 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
