1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Audi A3
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2004 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
