2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 111 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 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato. 2007 Kia Cerato 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. 2007 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cerato | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
