2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Honda Z were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Honda Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
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 | 113 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |