1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
