1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 353 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 1998 Pontiac Firebird 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 1998 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Firebird | 146 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |