1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | AR 51 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
