1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 146 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
