1995 Acura Legend vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legend | GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
