1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V 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 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | HR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |