1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 16 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
