2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | City |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
