1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |