2008 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 12 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 139 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | 145 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
