2009 Acura TSX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 648 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
