1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |