1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 12 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
