1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Today |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 710 kg |
