1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 145 | A4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |