1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Life |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 490 kg |
