1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Life |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |