1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 853 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 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 | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
