1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
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 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
