1989 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 146 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
