1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 90 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 146 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |