2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Montero | 146 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
