1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Life |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
