1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 146 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |