1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1991 Honda Concerto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Concerto |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |