1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 24 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda That. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Honda That | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | That |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
