1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 145 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
