2011 Fiat Strada vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Strada | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Strada | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
