1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A4 | 156 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |