2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
