1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 12 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), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 122 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 145 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
