1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 110 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
