2003 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 82 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | 145 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
