1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
