1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 532 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
