1993 Volvo 460 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 460 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
