1996 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 146 | Antara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |