2005 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 4 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma. 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, 2005 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Puma | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
