2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 156 | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |