1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Honda Accord (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |