1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | S800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
