1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
