1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 90 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |