1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 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 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
