1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 Saab 05-Sep (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 146 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 78 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |