1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 11 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex 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 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
