2008 Renault Trafic vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 620 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Trafic | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Trafic | 146 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
