1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2725 mm |