1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 1998 Honda SSM is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda SSM (286 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1998 Honda SSM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTA | SSM |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |