2001 Acura CL vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CL | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
