1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 614 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element, 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Element |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |