1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
