1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 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 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 145 | A3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |