1998 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 159 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
