2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Fit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |