1996 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | 156 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |