1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 8 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
