2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
