1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Honda Fuya Jo

To start off, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 339 kg more than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 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 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (149 Nm). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. 2001 Honda Fuya Jo has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Fuya Jo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 2001 Honda Fuya Jo
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GTV Fuya Jo
Year Released 1978 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 995 cc
Horse Power 129 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 149 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1179 kg 840 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2370 mm


 

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