2000 Acura EL vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL 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 26 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura EL | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | EL | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2550 mm |
