2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
