1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
