2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 8C Competizione | Today |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |