1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 158 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |