1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 265 kg more 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 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo 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 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2642 mm |
