2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Probe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
