1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 7 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
