2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
