1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1994 Honda CRX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | CRX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |