2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 536 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina Roadster 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 2003 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
