1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
