1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 68 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Concerto | Spark |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 68 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |