1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 345 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 145 | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |