1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 13 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 90 | Today |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |