2000 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2000 Acura Integra and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Integra | 156 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
