1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Insight |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |