1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 128 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Today |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |