2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
