1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 646 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |