1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 479 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
