1995 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 156 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
