2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S2000 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
