1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 150 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte 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 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
