1978 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146

To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Vauxhall Chevette 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
Make Vauxhall Alfa Romeo
Model Chevette 146
Year Released 1978 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1255 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 56 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 855 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 50 L


 

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