1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 234 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |