1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 10 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 146 | Insight |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |