1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | City |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |