2004 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Gen-2 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Proton | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Gen-2 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
