1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 5 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 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda. 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 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
Model | 146 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |