1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 21 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 166 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
