1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 555 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Caimano | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 342 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2725 mm |