1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 842 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot 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 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
