1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV6 | Legend |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |