1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 26 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Arna | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
