1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1993 Honda Legend

To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 1993 Honda Legend
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Alfa 6 Legend
Year Released 1980 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2490 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 156 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.3 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 68 L


 

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