2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 358 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | FR-V | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
