1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 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), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 99 kg more 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 146 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |