1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 7 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 385 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT 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 | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
