1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
