1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX 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 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 146 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |