1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 347 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
