1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 26 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |