1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 8 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) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
