1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 90 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
