1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 139 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 146 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |