1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2009 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Element |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |