1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage 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 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 146 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
