2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 11 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 158 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 146 | Getz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
