2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 147 | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |