1996 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 130 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 146 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
