1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 15 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight 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 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Insight |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |