1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 146 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 102 L |
