1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 12 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 1,390 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
