1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 699 kg more than 1984 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
