1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfa 6 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |