1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 634 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 2008 Honda Ridgeline
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Coupe Ridgeline
Year Released 1969 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 990 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 83 L


 

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