2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
