1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 24 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 (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 23 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 90 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |