2001 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 2001 Lexus IS 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 290 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 2001 Lexus IS 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 2001 Lexus IS. 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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus IS | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Lexus | Alfa Romeo |
Model | IS | 146 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |