2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 9 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 365 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 8C Competizione | 145 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |