1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 376 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfetta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
