1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 115 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 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 1999 Pagani Zonda. 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | 145 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
