2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 4 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Barchetta | 146 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |