2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
