1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
