1977 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 146 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
