1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
