1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 25 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream.
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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
