1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Seat Altea

To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 11 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 205 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.

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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. 2006 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Alfa Romeo 146 2006 Seat Altea
Make Alfa Romeo Seat
Model 146 Altea
Year Released 1995 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1712 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 201 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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