146/200 might be right. The std WRX loses 26ish% depending on what source you listen to.Zamani wrote:Did you guys check out one of the recent articles in..hmmm.... I .forgot...maybe European Car or Sport Compact Car magazine, the Audi 2.0T FSI Quattro had 146 wbhp. That is pretty low for a 200 bhp car. With a chip, it was still lower than 200 wbhp.
Z,
It would be difficult to beat a WRX STi from a standing start. I have an original version V 2 door STi in stock form (which is lighter than the current STis), which produces 206kw and does a 0-100kmh in 4.9sec. Rolling start at above 100mph may be different but certainly at the lights, the alfa would not stand a chance to 100kmh.
It would be difficult to beat a WRX STi from a standing start. I have an original version V 2 door STi in stock form (which is lighter than the current STis), which produces 206kw and does a 0-100kmh in 4.9sec. Rolling start at above 100mph may be different but certainly at the lights, the alfa would not stand a chance to 100kmh.
What do US spec WRXs weigh in at these days?
I tried to convince my father that he wanted one, but he rejected the idea based on the WRX having bad fuel economy. I think he said something like 24mpg highway. I immagine that this is due to the awd system in part, but weight must also be a factor.
If 24mpg is the stated economy, then that is worse than my grandmother´s turbocharged awd volvo wagon. I didnt expect that from a compact car and I still dont understand it.
I tried to convince my father that he wanted one, but he rejected the idea based on the WRX having bad fuel economy. I think he said something like 24mpg highway. I immagine that this is due to the awd system in part, but weight must also be a factor.
If 24mpg is the stated economy, then that is worse than my grandmother´s turbocharged awd volvo wagon. I didnt expect that from a compact car and I still dont understand it.
To answer my own post:
2007 STI, Curb weight MT 3351!
Fuel economy 19/25 mpg (most likely 15/21 with me driving)
The R32 weighs in at 3256 lbs. I would have thought for sure that the Golf was heavier. Anyway, if the VW is that heavy, maybe you have a chance. Make sure your alfa has less than a quarter tank of gas at all times, and go to the bathroom before you venture out. Maximize your advantage.
2007 STI, Curb weight MT 3351!
Fuel economy 19/25 mpg (most likely 15/21 with me driving)
The R32 weighs in at 3256 lbs. I would have thought for sure that the Golf was heavier. Anyway, if the VW is that heavy, maybe you have a chance. Make sure your alfa has less than a quarter tank of gas at all times, and go to the bathroom before you venture out. Maximize your advantage.
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I am not talking about beating anybody, I was just surprised that the STI was so heavy. It looks so compact and efficient.Beating a stock WRX and beating a stock WRX STi are two totally different things.
I dont figure into this conversation at all, I lose to everything at the light because I am afraid to abuse my car. I have had other milanos that asked for harsh treatment, but the one I am driving now feels like it might fall apart at any minute.