1998 Ford Royale vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
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 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Royale | 146 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
