1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 15 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda City, 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 (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 75 | City |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |