1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 145 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
