2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
