2006 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |