1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTA | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |
