1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2006 Kia Pregio. 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio 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 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 146 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
