2012 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 11 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Accord | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |