1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 4 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 219 kg more 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, 2003 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea 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 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 146 | Altea |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |