1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 942 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 145 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
