1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Dardo | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |