2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Panda | 146 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |