1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1993 Honda Legend

To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 75 1993 Honda Legend
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 75 Legend
Year Released 1987 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 95 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm


 

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