1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 146 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
