1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Honda Fit

To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 75 2001 Honda Fit
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 75 Fit
Year Released 1987 2001
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 42 L


 

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