1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 368 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1964 Honda S500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfetta | S500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
