1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |