1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 1900 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
