1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Audi A4
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 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 | 2000 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
