1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 17 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
