1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 356 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 146 | Touran |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |