1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
