1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
