2000 Honda City vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | City | Alfetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1080 kg |