1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV6 | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |