1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 32 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 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 6 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
