1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 146 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
