1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 79 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 164 | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |