1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 146 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |