2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Impreza | 146 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
