1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 421 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 Caimano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Caimano | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2741 mm |