2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
