1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 982 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3010 mm |
