1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Cadillac Catera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 351 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 1999 Cadillac Catera 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 1999 Cadillac Catera. 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 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 146 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
