1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1995 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 146 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
