1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 146 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |