1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 235 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 145 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |