1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 90 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
