2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Life |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
