1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Life |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |