1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 241 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 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 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
