1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 146 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
