1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | CRX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
