1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
