1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Concerto weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Concerto |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |