1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 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 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 145 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
