1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2002 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 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 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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 | 2002 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 145 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
