1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 75 | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |