1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 416 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
