2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Impreza | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
