1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4691 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2600 mm |
