1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Today |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
