1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Life |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
