1989 Honda Integra vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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, 1989 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | 146 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
