1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2300 mm |
