1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 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 | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
