1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
