2000 Alfa Romeo 146 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 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Alfa Romeo 146 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 146 146
Year Released 2000 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.6 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.3 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 61 L