1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
