2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 2001 Daewoo Matiz and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Matiz | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Matiz | 146 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |