1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 10 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
