2007 Acura TL vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
