1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Element |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |