1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Life |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2370 mm |