1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 814 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
