1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Audi A4
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Audi A4 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (150 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (210 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
