2002 Acura TL vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 479 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | 145 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
