1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Celebrity | 146 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
