2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
