1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |