1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
