2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 12 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 560 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grandis | 146 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
