1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 14 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 145 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2525 mm |
