1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan weights approximately 189 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 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan 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 Volkswagen Eurovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Eurovan |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |