1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 150 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 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Alfa Romeo Lamborghini
Model 146 Gallardo
Year Released 1999 2009
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1747 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 561 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 324 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.6 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 80 L


 

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