1992 Honda Integra vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Integra | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | 146 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
