1998 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1998 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1998 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc, 1998 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Siena weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1998 Fiat Siena (200 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1998 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
