1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |