2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fusion | 146 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
