2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
