1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
