1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
