2009 Honda Fit vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 216 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Fit | 146 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |