2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Park Ward | 146 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |