1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 19 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Legend |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |