1984 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Camira | 146 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
