1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Audi R8R were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 1999 Audi R8R 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 1999 Audi R8R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | R8R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
