1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Sprint | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |