2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 186 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 146 | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |