1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |