1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 637 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 145 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
