1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
