2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
