1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Shuma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma 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 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
