1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 145 | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |