2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
