1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Citroen Saxo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Saxo | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
