1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
