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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 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 625 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 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 | 1746 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
