2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146

To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.

Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Panda 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
Make Fiat Alfa Romeo
Model Panda 146
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 75.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 51 L


 

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