1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 330 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 145 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
