2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stilo | 146 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
