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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 615 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 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1370 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
