1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Nova 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 70 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova.
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 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Nova 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 | 1999 Holden Nova | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 146 | Nova |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |