2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 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 56 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |