1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1993 Honda Accord

To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 Eagle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 1993 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Eagle Accord
Year Released 1975 1993
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1400 mm


 

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