1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo GT 2010 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GT Accord
Year Released 1969 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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