2002 Buick Century vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 1 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 360 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Century | 146 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
