1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 237 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
