2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Life |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
