1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
