1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 1996 Holden Statesman and 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 295 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 1996 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Statesman | 146 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |