1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 911 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
