1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 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 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 146 | A5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |