1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 571 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |