1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio

To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 33 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.

Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Honda Mobilio
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GT Mobilio
Year Released 1972 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2750 mm


 

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