1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 13 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), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul 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 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 145 | Soul |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
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 | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |