1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfetta | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |