2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
