1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 128 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
