1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Element, 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Element |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
