1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 13 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
