1979 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | 155 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |