1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 112 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.
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 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |