1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | HR-V | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
