1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfetta | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
