1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 179 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 75 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
