1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 474 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
