1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 122 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2002 Honda Vamos 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 Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
