1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 558 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |