1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Honda Shuttle were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |