2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 7 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 150 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 156 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
