1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |