2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
