2000 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 243 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Falcon | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
