1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 103 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Element |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |