1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
