1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 19 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Element |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
