1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 685 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Legend |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
