1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 15 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 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 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 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | 145 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
