1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 703 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
