2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 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 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
