1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 32 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 509 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, 2012 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Stream |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
