1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 Ford Probe

To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1995 Ford Probe were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 170 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 Ford Probe (218 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Alfa Romeo 146 1995 Ford Probe
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 146 Probe
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 103 HP 0 HP
Torque 134 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 74.2 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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