1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Sprint | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |