1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 436 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2008 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Alfasud Accord
Year Released 1980 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 3469 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 268 HP
Torque 131 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 918 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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