1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
