1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 13 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. Both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 146 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |