2001 Honda Z vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |
