1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (230 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 298 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 145 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
