1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
