1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
