2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour 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 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |