1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |