1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
