2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Brera | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |