1997 Alfa Romeo 156 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 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 22 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
