2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 810 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Picanto | 146 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
