1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 403 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 145 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |