1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 748 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 145 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 105 L |
