1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 402 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
