1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit 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 28 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | Fit |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |