1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Life |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |