2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 664 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Jazz | 147 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |