1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
