2007 Renault Megane vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 9 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. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 187 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Megane | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
