1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 145 | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |