1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Element |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
