1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 1750 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
