1999 Renault Megane vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Megane | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
