2002 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Insight | 159 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |