1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |