1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 166 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.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |