1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka 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 156 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2007 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka 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 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
