1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTA | Capa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
