1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 34 L |