2001 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
