2001 Honda Capa vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Capa | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Capa | 147 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
