1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Step Wagon | 147 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |