1996 Honda CRX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CRX | 146 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |