1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Honda Z were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. 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 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |