1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 762 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alfa Romeo GT 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GT CR-V
Year Released 1966 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1692 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 60 L