1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Arna | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
