1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |