1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
