2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 795 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
