1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 93 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 528 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 Alfasud | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Legend |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
