1977 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
