1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 505 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Stealth | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Stealth | 146 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |