1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 800 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
