1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 590 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 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | RZ | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
